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Bee Pollen is a rich source of many nutrients, including amino acids.
It bursts with easily assimilated protein and lecithin, which nourish
the brain and nervous system.* Unicity's Bee Pollen is thoroughly cleaned
and the moisture content is reduced. This stabilizes the shelf life because
it is less susceptible to mold; therefore keeping the nutrient content
high. We keep our treating procedure simple, without resorting to elaborate
measures, ensuring that the nutrients in the pollen are retained.
Our pollen is run through a seed cleaner just like other agricultural
products, then it is filtered through a series of screens and vacuumed.
Bee Pollen nutritionally supports the body in many ways, including assisting
with vitality and a feeling of well-being. When you are having a "sluggish
day", think Bee Pollen!
This outstanding product comes in either capsule form or granule form.
Research Brief
In the course of their work, a bee will visit as many as 1,500 blossoms.
A single granule of bee pollen contains from five hundred thousand to
five million live pollen spores. Pollen is the male seed of flowers. It
is required to fertilize the plant. The tiny particles consist of 50/1000ths
of a millimeter corpuscles, which are formed at the free end of the stamen.
Every variety flower in the universe puts forth a dusting of pollen. Once
a bee arrives at a flower, she settles on the stamen and nimbly scrapes
off the powdery loose pollen with her jaws and front legs. She then moistens
it with a dab of the honey she brought with her from the hive. The pollen
is then stored around the furry legs of the bee. When its baskets are
fully loaded, the microscopic golden dust has been tamped down into a
single golden granule. A device dislodges a measure of the pollen as the
bees enter the hive, while permitting the bees to retain a sufficient
portion of the life-giving golden dust for the maintenance of the colony.
The device is equipped with a series of scientifically-designed wire grids
through which the bees must pass to gain entrance to the colony. As they
make their way through the grids, approximately sixty percent of the pollen
is gently brushed out of their pollen baskets. It falls through a screen
into the pollen drawer situated beneath the trap. The pollen trap allows
sufficient pollen to pass through the grids into the colony for the care
and feeding of the hive population.
Bee Pollen has been called nature's perfect food. It is very rich in vitamins
and contains almost all known minerals, trace elements, enzymes and amino
acids. Bee pollen is a popular nutritional supplement that provides a
variety of vitamins and minerals as well as the nutrients comprising the
pollen as a 'whole-food.' This combination of elements make bee pollen
an excellent source of antioxidants. Athletes often use this supplement
to help increase their strength, endurance, energy and speed. Bee pollen
aids the body in recovering from exercise, returning breathing and heart
rate to normal, and improves endurance for repeat exertion. It provides
energy, stamina and strength as well as improving mental and physical
reactions.
FAQs
Q: I understand that bee pollen gives you energy, but how long
does one dose do that?
A: The energetic feeling from Bee Pollen varies from person to
person. It usually gives you several hours of vitality.
Q: In addition to "assisting with vitality and a sense of well-being,"
what else does bee pollen do?
A: Bee Pollen is a source of antioxidant compounds, amino acids
and other nutrients that may support a healthy immune system and nervous
system.
Q: Do I mix the granular form of this product with any beverage
I like?
A: The Bee Pollen granules can be eaten dry or mixed with juice
or water.
Q: If I have allergies can I take this product?
A: Bee Pollen is made from the collected pollen fractions of thousands
of different flowers. If you have a severe pollen allergy, please consult
with your physician before using the product.
References
Maughan RJ, Evans SP. Effects of pollen extract upon adolescent swimmers. British Journal of Sports Medicine. 16:142-145, 1982.
Carvalho CA, Moreti AC, Marchini LC, Alves RM, Oliveira PC. Pollen spectrum
of honey of "urucu" bee. Rev Bras Biol. 2001 Feb;61(1):63-7.
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